Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability coverage

Job summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Waterbury. We are hiring a full-time Pharmacy Technician for Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, supporting inpatient hospital pharmacy operations and patient care. The role involves medication preparation, dispensing workflow, and inventory management.

Qualifications include CT license, PTCB certification preferred, and hospital pharmacy experience. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Active CT Pharmacy Technician License required.
• National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB) or ability to obtain preferred.
• Pharmacy purchasing and inventory experience preferred.
• Inpatient/hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• IV experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Pyxis cabinet and patient-specific bin items.
• Conducting inventory checks and processing product returns.
• Removing expired medications and prepacking medications.
• Filling, labeling, and delivering medications after pharmacist verification.
• Preparing sterile IV mixtures as required.
• Maintaining compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Inputs patient data into the pharmacy information management system.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Tech proficiency

Lifting ability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CT Pharmacy Technician License

PTCB Certification

Job description

Introduction

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Waterbury. We are currently hiring for a full time Pharmacy Technician to work Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the automatic dispensing cabinet (Pyxis)/patient specific bin items.
• Conducting inventory checks.
• Processing product returns.
• Removing expired medications.
• Prepacking medications as necessary.
• Purchasing medications based on pharmacy needs and inventory costs.
• Returning any recalled items.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assists the Pharmacist as needed, permitted by State Boards of Pharmacy.
• Takes inventory, places orders, checks in drugs and supplies, stocks shelves and removes out-of-date items from the inventory.
• Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Inputs patient data and order information as needed into the pharmacy information management system.
• Fill and label medications.
• Refill Pyxis and deliver patient specific medications after pharmacist verification.
• Prepares and compounds sterile IV mixtures as required.
• Communicates with all healthcare professionals and patients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintains knowledge of and abides by all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Active CT Pharmacy Technician License required.
• National Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB) or ability to obtain preferred.
• Pharmacy purchasing and inventory experience preferred.
• Inpatient/hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• IV experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, lift and stand for entire shift.
• May Require Vendor Credentialing.

Additional Expectations

• Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks.
• Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area.
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.
• Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution.
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods.
• Adheres to all quality guidelines.
• Works under moderate degree of supervision.
• Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor.
• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor.

Compensation

Anticipated hourly range: $22.10 per hour - $28.35 per hour. Bonus eligible: No

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application Deadline

Application window anticipated to close: 11/17/2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Company Overview

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

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